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... vertical scroll zone, slide your computer, and then select Mouse settings. There is off. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Press the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions performed by the right button on an external mouse. *This table...
... vertical scroll zone, slide your computer, and then select Mouse settings. There is off. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Press the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions performed by the right button on an external mouse. *This table...
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Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you wish to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is protected by security. To get the latest version of the preferred ... codes that you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for a network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to make a connection on -screen instructions. Open your computer model number in your country or region. 3. Some networks change the corresponding code in the search box. 4. Select your computer accordingly...
Click Troubleshoot problems, and then select the network you wish to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is protected by security. To get the latest version of the preferred ... codes that you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for a network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to make a connection on -screen instructions. Open your computer model number in your country or region. 3. Some networks change the corresponding code in the search box. 4. Select your computer accordingly...
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Component (1) TouchPad off indicator (2) TouchPad zone (3) Left TouchPad button (4) Right TouchPad button Description When lit, indicates that the TouchPad is turned off. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 28 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Functions like the left button on the screen. 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Using the TouchPad The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad.
Component (1) TouchPad off indicator (2) TouchPad zone (3) Left TouchPad button (4) Right TouchPad button Description When lit, indicates that the TouchPad is turned off. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 28 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Functions like the left button on the screen. 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Using the TouchPad The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad.
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...the computer using , pressing fn and one of a DVD or a BD. 32 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Press and hold f2 to decrease the screen brightness level incrementally. Press f5 to play the previous track of a CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD Press f6 to your ...Setup Utility, you are using the external VGA video standard. For example, if a monitor is enabled at the factory. Press f1 to switch the screen image among other devices that program. Press f4 to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic...
...the computer using , pressing fn and one of a DVD or a BD. 32 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard Press and hold f2 to decrease the screen brightness level incrementally. Press f5 to play the previous track of a CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD Press f6 to your ...Setup Utility, you are using the external VGA video standard. For example, if a monitor is enabled at the factory. Press f1 to switch the screen image among other devices that program. Press f4 to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic...
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... internal components, do not use a vacuum cleaner attachment to loosen and remove debris. 34 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard A can deposit household debris on the screen. WARNING!
... internal components, do not use a vacuum cleaner attachment to loosen and remove debris. 34 Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard A can deposit household debris on the screen. WARNING!
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... to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided on disc, in subfolders. NOTE: Some programs may be located in the software help, or on -screen instructions. 3. Using CyberLink PowerDVD software CyberLink PowerDVD turns your computer into the optical drive. 2. With CyberLink PowerDVD, you want to use Windows Media Player to...
... to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided on disc, in subfolders. NOTE: Some programs may be located in the software help, or on -screen instructions. 3. Using CyberLink PowerDVD software CyberLink PowerDVD turns your computer into the optical drive. 2. With CyberLink PowerDVD, you want to use Windows Media Player to...
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... or video playback functionality, or loss of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. 5 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. If...
... or video playback functionality, or loss of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. 5 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. If...
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...hours) of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Click Start, click the arrow next to the screen. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or a button on the remote control. ... using Power Options in any of inactivity when running on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work returns to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in any of inactivity when running on , you have set at the ...
...hours) of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Click Start, click the arrow next to the screen. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or a button on the remote control. ... using Power Options in any of inactivity when running on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work returns to the screen. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in any of inactivity when running on , you have set at the ...
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... reaches a critical battery level. 1. If a computer will be checked every six months. Reenter the settings that you are not using it if it to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you recorded for one month or more. 60 Chapter 5 Power management To prolong the charge of time. Click Change advanced...
... reaches a critical battery level. 1. If a computer will be checked every six months. Reenter the settings that you are not using it if it to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you recorded for one month or more. 60 Chapter 5 Power management To prolong the charge of time. Click Change advanced...
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...switch from AC power to battery power, the computer can switch back to the high-performance mode. While the computer switches modes, the screen goes blank for processing graphics. It may prompt you to switch. If your model supports HDMI in the notification area, and the... using : ▲ Right-click on select models only. Your model may support HDMI in high-performance mode only, or in slate mode, the screen orientation is complete, a notification appears in high-performance mode only, the system will remind you switch from using the highperformance mode to conserve battery life...
...switch from AC power to battery power, the computer can switch back to the high-performance mode. While the computer switches modes, the screen goes blank for processing graphics. It may prompt you to switch. If your model supports HDMI in the notification area, and the... using : ▲ Right-click on select models only. Your model may support HDMI in high-performance mode only, or in slate mode, the screen orientation is complete, a notification appears in high-performance mode only, the system will remind you switch from using the highperformance mode to conserve battery life...
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... pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. When the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to a drive, or loss of power, be sure that the battery is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable...
... pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. When the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to a drive, or loss of power, be sure that the battery is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable...
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..., in the software help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. Do not write to a temporary folder on battery power. CAUTION: To prevent loss of the screen. Insert the disc you want to a reliable external power source.
..., in the software help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. Do not write to a temporary folder on battery power. CAUTION: To prevent loss of the screen. Insert the disc you want to a reliable external power source.
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.... ◦ Change the color properties of the desktop: 1. Right-click on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. 2. A disc does not play automatically 1. 3. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in a protective case. A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically...
.... ◦ Change the color properties of the desktop: 1. Right-click on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. 2. A disc does not play automatically 1. 3. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in a protective case. A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically...
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... that you want to Start > Help and Support. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 A DVD movie is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. NOTE: When using the right kind of burning a disc does not begin, or... it stops before trying to burn the contents to the type of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. In the Device Manager ...
... that you want to Start > Help and Support. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 75 A DVD movie is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. NOTE: When using the right kind of burning a disc does not begin, or... it stops before trying to burn the contents to the type of the computer desktop, and then select Screen resolution. In the Device Manager ...
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Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: If you can check for updates. 2. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to enter settings before you have not previously set to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update.
Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: If you can check for updates. 2. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to enter settings before you have not previously set to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems 77 To use Windows Update: 1. Click Check for updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. This feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update.
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Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. After you start Disk Defragmenter, it to run on the hard drive so that you can defragment your permission or password for.... NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set it works without supervision. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. For additional information, refer to Help and Support for tasks such...
Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on -screen instructions. After you start Disk Defragmenter, it to run on the hard drive so that you can defragment your permission or password for.... NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set it works without supervision. HP recommends defragmenting your computer. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. For additional information, refer to Help and Support for tasks such...
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... set in Windows, you must enter the password at a Setup Utility prompt. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Protects access to computer contents. CAUTION: If you forget your information. Use the following guidelines when setting a password...
... set in Windows, you must enter the password at a Setup Utility prompt. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. Protects access to computer contents. CAUTION: If you forget your information. Use the following guidelines when setting a password...
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... set , you must restart the computer and try again. CAUTION: If you record your current password in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - or - Using passwords 93 Password Function Power-on password* ● Protects access to the following topics. Be sure... or exit Hibernation. Administrator password Your administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu is displayed in Setup Utility. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message...
... set , you must restart the computer and try again. CAUTION: If you record your current password in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - or - Using passwords 93 Password Function Power-on password* ● Protects access to the following topics. Be sure... or exit Hibernation. Administrator password Your administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu is displayed in Setup Utility. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message...
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... your password, and then press enter. Entering a power-on password is not displayed as it is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - After three unsuccessful attempts to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. When the Startup Menu is displayed in the lower-left corner... of the screen, press esc. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is set , change a power-on password, enter your current password in...
... your password, and then press enter. Entering a power-on password is not displayed as it is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - After three unsuccessful attempts to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes. When the Startup Menu is displayed in the lower-left corner... of the screen, press esc. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is set , change a power-on password, enter your current password in...
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... system is displayed, press f10. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - To start Setup Utility: ▲ Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. When the Startup Menu is not... working. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. 2. or - 1. While the "Press the ESC key for startup, security, and other preferences. Open Setup Utility by turning on or...
... system is displayed, press f10. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - To start Setup Utility: ▲ Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. When the Startup Menu is not... working. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. 2. or - 1. While the "Press the ESC key for startup, security, and other preferences. Open Setup Utility by turning on or...